Boardwalk Beach Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Thomas Drive

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Superior Double Room, Ocean View, Beachside | View from room
Property grounds
Dunes 2 Queen Beach View Suite | Balcony view

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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9600 S Thomas Dr, Panama City Beach, FL, 32408
  • Place, Thomas Drive
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Believe It or Not
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Dunes Double Hotel View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Dunes Double Gulf Side

  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Dunes Double Gulf Side with Bunk

  • 301 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1st Floor, Tides 2 Double Beds Beachside with Patio

  • 270 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Tides 2 Double Beds Beachside with Balcony

  • 280 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Tides 2 Double Beds Beachside with Bunk

  • 280 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Dunes 2 Queen Beach View Suite

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Hotel Gulfview King Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Double Room, Ocean View, Beachside

  • 320 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 320 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

On the beach.You'll find Thomas Drive and Signal Hill Country Club within a 15-minute walk of this Panama City Beach hotel. WonderWorks Panama City Beach and Ripley's Believe It or Not are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Thomas Drive - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Publix Sports Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pineapple Willy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Rusty Anchor - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Boardwalk Beach Hotel

Beachfront hotel near Thomas Drive
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at Boardwalk Beach Hotel, and enjoy summer activities like parasailing.

There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a snack bar/deli and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Panama City Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 320 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 40000 sq ft of conference space
  • 3600 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1988
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
Boardwalk Beach Hotel offers 320 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Parasailing
  • Personal motorized watercraft

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (85 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (55 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (45 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 70 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 55 per stay (for guests under 25 years old)
  • Resort fee: USD 5.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Boardwalk Beach Hotel to the airport?

Boardwalk Beach Hotel is 19.1 mi (26-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Boardwalk Beach Hotel?

As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boardwalk Beach Hotel on Nov 9, 2025 start from $64.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Boardwalk Beach Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Boardwalk Beach Hotel.

How close is Boardwalk Beach Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Boardwalk Beach Hotel offer free breakfast?

Boardwalk Beach Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Boardwalk Beach Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Boardwalk Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Boardwalk Beach Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Boardwalk Beach Hotel have a pool?

Boardwalk Beach Hotel features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Boardwalk Beach Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, a beachfront location, and ocean views.

Does Boardwalk Beach Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Boardwalk Beach Hotel to downtown Panama City Beach?

Boardwalk Beach Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Panama City Beach.

Reviews

Boardwalk Beach Hotel Reviews

6.6

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 570 out of 2089 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 420 out of 2089 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 405 out of 2089 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 293 out of 2089 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 401 out of 2089 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

MARTA

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view was nice. The property is showing signs of age and poor upkeep. Rooms were not that clean and staff we dealt with were not very professional in customer service or attire .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Be cautious about staying here!!! The staff is not very friendly at all. I called before making reservations to make sure there were private balconies because this is one of the most important things. My son has Asperger‘s. He doesn’t like being around many people but he loves sitting and just watching the ocean. We get there there are not private balconies at the hotel. Hotel guest can only use 1 of the 2 pools and the breakfast is not free, not even coffee. Ice isn’t even free here! My mom had a bad fall there and the staff wouldn’t even call for an ambulance or give me the address they said use my cell. Be careful! I couldn’t even walk out after dark without people whistling and yelling at me. Went out for a charger after dark and never felt so unsafe. Parking lot is dark and you have to walk down a dark street if you’re not in a parking spot by noon!!! Never again! And of course a manager was never available! If you’re on the 1st floor you can’t see the ocean because of the sand dunes, 2nd floor palm trees block your view! The Rusty Anchor was never open. The pool was decent but trash left everywhere from the day before. No housekeeping. However we did see the housecleaning crew on the floors cleaning check out rooms and they were nice!! They were the only ones. Front desks act like your a burden to even check in. Oh and check in can be anywhere from 4pm till midnight! Front desk always says the manager is out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Diana

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t give us the best view and I was hoping a room with a balcony and the room they gave us only had a small window looking out to the trees
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Our stay was nothing like any of the reviews I read. Dated yes. You couldn’t beat the location for the price. We will absolutely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor service

The hotel is old, which is fine. I expect that and unless you’re gonna pay a ton of money to stay at a hotel on the beach, this is what you’re gonna get and I understand that. However, it could still be clean, free of cockroaches and the staff could still be friendly. Well, we were not able to check in early, again I understand, but it does say 4 o’clock check in but then the lady at the desk very rude told me you’re guaranteed check-in at 6 o’clock and you’ll be lucky to get that. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sydney, Milnet

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stewart

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our whole experience was simply dreadful. They promote this location as if it were the Palace of the Gods. But when you arrive, it is far from what is advertised. I simply cannot, and would not, ever recommend anyone stay at the Boardwalk Beach Hotel on South Thomas Drive! This has been the worst hotel experience I have ever had in all my years coming to Panama City Beach, Florida! 1-Star for the live music and the housekeeping staff was on point!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jennifer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our bathroom was less than up to par. The bathtub felt like it was going to fall in and the wall was seperating from the tub so water was filling up under it. Our lightbulb in the shower/tub area was out. Our room keys didnt work all of the time. And the pool near our poolside room was closed. I really hate seeing this resort go down like it has.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lazara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
That room it’s very ugly condition
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emilee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great view of a beautiful beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dylan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hade a great time hop to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not Wo

They do not have enough parking and the overflow is about a half mile walk way. Staff and security were all extremely rude. The girl at the front desk when I was checking out was the only nice staff I interacted with the whole weekend. I fell on the sidewalk in front of the property and they did not have a first aid kit on the property. They said all they could do was call an ambulance and they were so nasty about the situation. We noticed the pool was closed before the afternoon was over on Saturday which made for a lot of angry patrons. We were there for the ocean so it didn’t affect us plus the pool was cloudy so we weren’t going in. The rooms are very dated - tiny tv, broken chest of drawers, toilet leaked. We were told we were getting a 2 queen bed room and at most the beds were full. Definitely going back to PCB and definitely never staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kharri

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasmin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
I liked the bunk beds in the room. It could have been cleaner. We had to vehicles, but only one could be parked on the property the other had to be parked at another location about two blocks away, didn’t love that. Overall it was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location perfect little slow on check in but it was 4th of July. Room was clean and property was as well all in all was awesome. I had first floor ocean view was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Larry

Disliked: Staff & service
The room was supposed to have 2 queen beds. It had 2 full beds. Not really convenient for two people in a bed. Very old and outdated rooms and property. Shower was dirty and very old looking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location where we stayed right on the beach. The rooms need to be updated and cleaned better. Everything else was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Juliette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures of what room we thought we were getting looked nothing like the reality it was. Hotel needs complete renovation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dog lovers special

I love it because I can bring my dogs with no hassle also other dog lovers are there and don't make you feel uncomfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025